Best Skagway Excursions

From breathtaking mountain views to rich Gold Rush history, Skagway offers the perfect location for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. With so many Skagway excursion options, choosing the right one can feel overwhelming—so we did the research for you. Based on popularity and thousands of glowing customer reviews, here are the Top 7 Skagway excursions you won’t want to miss.

Skagway White Pass Railroad Summit Excursion

Tour Type: Train Tour

Points of Interest: White Pass Railroad, White Pass summit, Bridal Veil Falls, Inspiration Point, Dead Horse Gulch, Klondike Trail

Best for: First-Time Alaska Visitors, Families and Multi-Generational Groups, Comfort-First Travelers, Easy-Paced/Limited-Mobility Travelers, Scenic and Photography Focused Travelers, Great for Kids

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This White Pass Railroad excursion is the most popular excursion in Alaska. You'll enjoy a fully narrated journey along the "Scenic Railway of the World" and up to the White Pass summit, which is 2,865 feet in elevation. Along the trip, you'll be able to enjoy views of canyons, mountains, glaciers, and waterfalls.

Skagway Glacier Helicopter Tour

Tour Type: Small Group, Helicopter Tour, Glacier Tour

Points of Interest: Denver Glacier

Best for: First-Time Alaska Visitors, Families & Multi-Generational Groups, Active and Adventure Seekers, Scenic and Photography Focused Travelers, Great for Kids

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On this helicopter tour, you can explore the beauty of million-year-old glacial icefields. During the flight, you'll get the chance to see wildlife, mountains, rainforest, icefalls, ice spires, and vibrant-blue crevasses. After landing on a glacier, you'll go on a guided walking tour across the surface of the glacier while snapping photos of this magnificent piece of history.

Yukon Suspension Bridge & Summit Tour

Tour Type: Small Group, Land Tour

Points of Interest: White Pass, Yukon Suspension Bridge, Chilkoot Mountains, Gold Rush Cemetery

Best for: First-Time Alaska Visitors, Families and Multi-Generational Groups, Easy-Paced Travelers, Scenic and Photography Focused Travelers, Great for Kids

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In this small group tour, you'll depart from Skagway in a 10-passenger van and begin your trip on the Klondike Highway, up the White Pass, and into the Yukon. Along the way, you'll enjoy photo stops, including at Reid Falls and the White Pass Summit. You'll spend 30 minutes at the Yukon Suspension Bridge, where you can get stunning views of the Tutshi River roaring below. Enjoy the outdoor museum, gift shop, and maybe grab a bowl of reindeer chili at the cafe. This tour parallels the White Pass Railroad route and offers a different way to take in the beauty of White Pass. This tour enters Canada, so passports are required.

Skagway Musher's Camp and Sled Dog Adventure

Tour Type: Dog Sledding

Best for: First-Time Alaska Visitors, Families and Multi-Generational Groups, Easy-Paced Travelers, Scenic and Photography Focused Travelers, Great for Kids

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Skagway Musher’s Camp is an overwhelming family favorite excursion. Families rave that it is perfectly paced and interactive for kids of all ages. This excursion includes hands-on activities: a ride on a wheeled cart through the rainforest, pulled by a team of sled dogs; a short, entertaining educational presentation on the history and practice of dog-sled racing; and the highlight of the tour, an opportunity to meet and snuggle sled-dog puppies. Families find the guides to be welcoming, informative, and patient.

We also highly recommend the Juneau Musher's Camp & Sled Dog Discovery, which is nearly identical to the experience; however, the terrain is more suitable for guests with mobility challenges or families with strollers.

Grizzly Falls Ziplining Adventure

Tour Type: Small Group, Zipline Adventure

Points of Interest: Grizzly Falls, Tongass National Forest

Best for: Active & Adventure Travelers, Families & Multigenerational Groups, First-Time Alaska Visitors, Scenic and Photography Focused Travelers

The Grizzly Falls Ziplining Adventure is a fun and exhilarating way to experience Alaska’s lush coastal rainforest from a whole new perspective. You’ll soar between treetop platforms, cross suspension bridges, and enjoy elevated views of waterfalls, forest canopies, and rugged terrain. The course is designed to be exciting without being overwhelming, and friendly, experienced guides ensure a safe and memorable experience. It’s a perfect mix of adventure and scenery for travelers looking to add a little adrenaline to their Skagway day.

Skagway Step Into the Yukon with Sled Dog Tour

Tour Type: Small Group, Land Tour, Cultural Experience

Points of Interest: White Pass, Yukon Territory, Klondike Highway, Sled Dog Camp

Best for: First-Time Alaska Visitors, Families and Multi-Generational Groups, History Lovers, Scenic and Photography Focused Travelers

This tour offers a unique blend of Gold Rush history and authentic Alaskan culture. Traveling along the scenic Klondike Highway and over the White Pass, you’ll cross into Canada and explore the same landscapes that once challenged hopeful stampeders. At a working sled dog camp in the Yukon, you’ll learn about the dogs’ training, meet the canine athletes, and gain insight into modern dog mushing. This tour enters Canada, so passports are required.

Skagway Lynn Canal Sailing Adventure

Tour Type: Small Group, Road-based

Points of Interest: Lynn Canal, Chilkat Mountains, Coastal Wildlife

Best for: Wildlife Enthusiasts, Scenic and Photography Focused Travelers, Relaxed Pace Travelers, Couples and Small Groups

For travelers seeking a calm, scenic experience on the water, the Lynn Canal Sailing Adventure is an excellent choice. You’ll cruise through one of the deepest and longest fjords in North America, surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery and pristine wilderness. Keep your eyes peeled for whales, seals, sea lions, bald eagles, and other marine wildlife as your captain shares local stories and knowledge of the area. With a small group size and unhurried pace, this excursion offers a peaceful and unforgettable way to experience Alaska’s coastal beauty.

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FAQ Best Skagway Excursions

Will I have time to do two excursions in Skagway during my cruise?

Yes. Most cruise ships dock in Skagway for 10 to 12 hours. With many tours taking 2 to 4 hours, many travelers choose to do a morning and afternoon excursion. Just be sure that you schedule at least one hour between your excursions to eliminate scheduling conflicts.

The White Pass Train Tour is sold out! What can I do?

The  Skagway White Pass Railroad Summit Excursion & Train Tour is the most popular tour in Alaska, and sells out on popular cruise dates. We recommend any of our road-based Skagway sightseeing and Yukon tours. These small-group tours follow the Klondike Highway up the White Pass, paralleling the route of the White Pass Train.  Many reviewers say that they prefer the road-based tour over the train because it provides photo stops and additional activities such as visiting a musher’s camp or the Yukon Suspension Bridge.

Do you sell tours that combine the train with the Yukon Suspension Bridge?

No, at this time we do not offer excursions that include both a train ride and a trip to the Suspension bridge.​